Samantha Balwinski, also known as Sam, grew up in Berkley, Michigan. She lives with her mother, father and brother, Auston.  Sam is a Film, Television and Media major at the University of Michigan. She hopes to pursue a career as a Screenwriter but is open to all aspects of the entertainment media industry. Her favorite thing to write is Coming-of-Age fiction. 

Before coming to the University of Michigan, Sam spent her time as a part-time student at Oakland Community College. She also has a history of working with toddlers or as a barista. She is known for making very beautiful lattes. 

Sam has a gastrointestinal chronic illness which makes it hard to eat food without feeling sick. That being said, she loves trying new foods and is often found snacking. Her favorites are pasta, ice cream and pierogies.    

    Other fun things Sam enjoys doing are watching youtube especially Smosh, Dan and Phil and the Try Guys, winning Mario Kart and walking around Target.